Check out the latest must have gear picks for the life afloat.
By
Jen Brett
Updated: February 29, 2016
SeaLife Micro 2.0 Camera If you’re looking to
share the beauty of the
world beneath your boat
with your friends back
home, check out the
SeaLife Micro 2.0. This
compact camera is fully
sealed and can be used
underwater down to 200
feet. Three large keys on
the back control all the
essential
functions and
are easy to use with or
without gloves. $500 and up • sealife-cameras.com–
Wichard Offshore Knife A good knife is invaluable
on a boat, and the
new Offshore knife from
Wichard is a worthy
addition to your kit.
The ergonomic handle
offers a good grip, and
the knife comes with
an adjustable strap so
you can secure
it to
your wrist. The coated
stainless-steel
blade is
corrosion-resistant and
can easily cut through
most high-tech line. $50 • wichard.com–
Spinlock Lume-On This clever piece of
safety
gear is a tiny LED
light that attaches to the
bladder of an inflatable
PFD. Once activated, the
light uses the bladder
as a diffuser and illuminates
the whole jacket,
increasing the visibility
of any crew in the water.
The Lume-On is packaged
in pairs (one for
each side of the bladder),
and its self-adhesive
backing is simple to
attach
to the PFD. $20 • spinlock.com–
Elements Dry Duffel Typical dry bags are
useful and good at protecting
your things,
but they’re not exactly
stylish. If you’re looking
for something a little
nicer to bring your stuff
to shore in, but still want
it to stay dry, check out
the new line of dry bags
from Vicious Venom.
The Elements collection
includes a clutch, wallet,
backpack and duffel
(shown). All are made
out of a waterproof,
laminated fabric with
welded
seams and waterproof
zippers. $350 • viciousvenomelements.com–
Yeti Rambler Bottles The double-wall vacuum
insulation on the Rambler
bottles will keep hot
or cold for hours — perfect
for your night watch.
Durable 18/8 stainless-steel
construction, a
leak-proof, insulated lid,
and a wide mouth ensure
these bottles will go the
distance and be comfortable
to use. The Rambler
bottles are available in
three sizes: 18 , 36 and 64
ounces. $40 and up • yeticoolers.com–
